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UNBELIEVABLE: Worldsbk - The Untold Story

The five riders leaving MotoGP in 2027 - and where they are headed next

With fresh blood entering MotoGP next year, particularly from Moto2, five premier class riders have been left without a seat

Autosport

Bulega to make MotoGP return with VR46

VR46 has signed WorldSBK championship leader Nicolo Bulega for the 2027 MotoGP season

Autosport

VR46 signs Nicolo Bulega for 2027 MotoGP season

VR46 has signed WorldSBK championship leader Nicolo Bulega for the 2027 MotoGP season

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Jack Miller to leave MotoGP world championship after 16 years

Miller will switch to WorldSBK for the 2027 season

Motorsport

Brembo Hyction Carbon Ceramic Discs Come to Motorcycle Racing. Road Superbikes To Follow?

Brembo will become the exclusive provider of braking systems for WorldSBK in 2027, and launch its Hyction carboceramic disc at the same time.

RideApart

Alex Marquez replacement for MotoGP Hungarian GP confirmed

The factory Ducati rider in WorldSBK will replace the injured Alex Márquez at Balaton Park this weekend, where Cal Crutchlow will also replace Johann Zarco

Autosport

Iker Lecuona returns to MotoGP to replace Alex Marquez

The factory Ducati rider in WorldSBK will replace the injured Alex Márquez at Balaton Park this weekend, where Cal Crutchlow will also replace Johann Zarco

Motorsport

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MotoGP considering reducing riders to one bike from 2027

MotoGP's 2027 overhaul could include a new rule that would reshape the way teams operate in the garage

Motorsport

MotoGP considers reducing riders to one bike from 2027

MotoGP's 2027 overhaul could include a new rule that would reshape the way teams operate in the garage

Autosport

Suuure, 6-time WSBK champ Jonathan Rea Is Retired…

Cue the eye roll, as Jonthan Rea is back on a World Superbike, with Honda, again after supposedly retiring.

RideApart

Why Toprak Razgatlioglu is slower than he expected

Razgatlioglu's first full MotoGP test left the Turkish rider with a bitter taste - more so than he had anticipated

Motorsport

This Yamaha R1 Is A Replica Factory WorldSBK Bike, And It's Looking For A New Home

This ultra-rare Yamaha YZF-R1 WorldSBK replica costs around $76,000, and only 21 examples exist worldwide.

RideApart

How Pirelli is preparing for MotoGP 2027 takeover from Michelin

Pirelli will replace Michelin as the official tyre supplier for MotoGP in 2027 and Autosport recently had the opportunity to speak with Giorgio Barbier, racing director of the Italian brand’s motorcycle division

Autosport

How Pirelli is preparing its MotoGP 2027 takeover

Pirelli will replace Michelin as the official tyre supplier for MotoGP in 2027, and Motorsport recently had the opportunity to speak with Giorgio Barbier, racing director of the Italian brand’s motorcycle division

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The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10 Just Reminded Us Why It’s The Ultimate Ninja

Restyled fairing, bigger wings, and the same DNA that built a WorldSBK legend. The 2026 Ninja ZX-10R is here, and it’s sharper than ever.

Motorsport

Diogo Moreira to join Honda ahead of 2026 MotoGP debut

Moto2 title contender Diogo Moreira could replace Somkiat Chantra at LCR in a long-term Honda deal with factory status

Autosport

Moreira set to join Honda ahead of MotoGP debut in 2026

The Moto2 title contender is expected to replace Somkiat Chantra at LCR in a long-term Honda deal with factory status

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Is WorldSBK in Trouble After Losing Its Superstars?

Without the big motorcycle rider names, is there any reason to watch the World Superbike Championship anymore? Or at least right now?

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BMW admits 2027 MotoGP entry “not viable” as it weighs up options

With three major European manufacturers already on the MotoGP grid – Ducati, KTM and Aprilia (from the Piaggio Group) – the absence of German giant BMW has always felt like an anomaly. More so given its current presence and success in the WorldSBK production bike series with Toprak Razgatlioglu.

Autosport

BMW still needs time before final call on 2027 MotoGP entry

Autosport

What we know about the Ducati riders’ test in Hungary

Ducati sent seven units of its Panigale V4 super sport bike to Hungary on Tuesday, so that its riders could learn the Balaton Park circuit, which makes its debut on the MotoGP calendar later this month.

Motorsport

What we know about Ducati’s Balaton Park test ahead of new MotoGP race

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Michelin Is the Tire of the Superbike World Championship, Here's Why It Matters

Michelin has announced that it will be the official tire supplier of the WorldSBK for five seasons from 2027 to 2031.

Autosport

The consequences caused by Razgatlioglu arriving in MotoGP

With Toprak Razgatlioglu’s much-anticipated debut in MotoGP announced for next season, it’s time to assess the consequences his arrival will have - both for Yamaha and for the championship as a whole.

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The consequences of Toprak Razgatlioglu's arrival in MotoGP

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